The antimonopoly authority has requested data on the production and sales of mayonnaise, oil, margarine, and salt. Companies with a dominant position in the market must comply with competition laws, including a ban on inflated prices. In case of violations, response measures may be applied.
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"Heritable Agriculture: innovations in plant genetics and the future of agriculture"
In 1944, Mexico imported 60% of its wheat. Norman Borlaug created a wheat improvement program, increasing crop yields by 6 times.
Heritable Agriculture uses AI to create plants with desired traits. Other companies also enhance crop yields through genetics.
India may become a net importer of sugar due to a reduction in production caused by a lack of rainfall.
Production of sugar in India may decrease due to lack of rainfall, which could lead to sugar imports in 2024. The low productivity in Maharashtra and Karnataka raises concerns about export bans and the potential for India to become a net sugar importer. The production decrease could amount to 26.9 million tons, while domestic consumption is on the rise.
"Key points of petunia seed stratification: how to improve germination and get more seedlings"
Petunia seeds do not require stratification, but for older ones you can perform it: place them on a damp napkin, cover the container, and put it in the refrigerator for a week. This will help improve germination. Distribute new seeds on the soil, not burying them, and keep them moist.
Rosselkhoznadzor issued a certificate for the shipment of wheat to Egypt on the Wadi Safaga vessel, as reported by "The Moscow Times".
The Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (Rosselkhoznadzor) issued a certificate for the vessel Wadi Safaga with wheat for GASC at the request from Egypt, as reported by "The Moscow Times".
In addition, TD RIF received certificates for two ships with wheat. Wadi Safaga has already departed from the port. All the information was provided by Reuters.
"Everything about cheese: from classification criteria to storage rules. Specialists share secrets of choosing a natural product."
Cheeses come in different varieties: hard (for example, Parmesan), soft (for example, Mascarpone), and semi-hard (for example, Dutch cheese). It is important to pay attention to the composition of the cheese and its shelf life to avoid mold and preserve its taste.
Researchers suggest using biostimulants to increase the yield and quality of colored varieties of rice.
A new solution has been proposed to increase the yield and quality of rice - using biostimulants based on fermented chitin and rice bran. The experiment showed an increase in the yield of RD69 rice varieties by 73% and HGD by 30%, a decrease in the level of fast-absorbing glucose, and an increase in the content of antioxidants.
It is recommended to use the product for biological rice cultivation.
Grain prices update: corn on CBOT declined, wheat on CBOT and KCBT also decreased, remained steady on MGE, oats rose, rice increased.
Grain quotes on exchanges on 24.11.23: corn on CBOT decreased by 5.50 ¢ to 463.25 ¢/bsh, SRW wheat on CBOT dropped by 7.00 ¢ to 548.75 ¢/bsh, HRW wheat on KCBT decreased by 12.50 ¢ to 602.00 ¢/bsh, HRS wheat on MGE decreased by 14.00 ¢ to 696.75 ¢/bsh, oats on CBOT increased by 3.50 ¢ to 373.00 ¢/bsh, rough rice on CBOT increased by 0.27 usd/cwt to 17.57 usd/cwt.
India has allowed the export of 1 million tons of sugar to stabilize the market until the end of September 2025.
India has allowed the export of 1 million tonnes of sugar by September 2025 to regulate the domestic market. This decision will help factories get rid of stocks and support stable prices.
Stability in the sunflower oil market in Ukraine: companies show interest in oil reserves, purchase prices fluctuate.
The sunflower oil market in Ukraine is stable.
Exporting companies were interested in the oil stocks, which could affect purchasing prices. Consumers continue to show moderate interest, with prices ranging from 21000 to 23500 UAH per tonne including delivery.
"EPK" company plans to supply 26 million tons of grain to Iran by 2035 to increase trade turnover and food security.
Company "EPT" plans to supply 26 million tons of grain to Iran from 2024 to 2035, with the possibility of increasing the volume to 55 million tons. The agreement is signed with the Iranian company IranianEurasia.
The project aims to increase trade turnover and develop the "North-South" transportation corridor.
Sales of white sugar in Russia: volumes and prices on commodity exchanges on November 22, 2024.
On the National Commodity Exchange on November 22, 2024, 5 contracts of white sugar were sold, with a total volume of 640 tons. The average price was 55503 rubles per ton. Trading also took place on other exchanges. Here are the highest prices: On the National Commodity Exchange - 56500 rubles (spot trading), 54500 rubles (commodity auctions). On the Saint Petersburg Exchange - 56000 rubles.
A total of 6 sugar contracts were sold, with a total volume of 2280 tons.